Blog - Washington, DC

Occasionally patients visit us to repair an implant that, for some reason, is failing. Even with extensive bone loss, the implant can usually be saved. The video below explains the factors that can limit the success of a dental implant. It also provides an overview of Dr. Gerald Marlin’s approach to compromised implants and shows how proper […]

Never underestimate the importance of an attractive, healthy smile. Cosmetic dental issues can cause you to feel self-conscious about your appearance. Meanwhile, functional issues can lead to discomfort and even diminish your quality of life. If you are dealing with a dental problem, know that there are a number of effective services at our practice that can […]

Many dental practices use the term smile makeover. It describes a customized combination of procedures and treatments designed to improve the appearance of your smile. As someone considering this service, it’s important to know that not all smile makeovers are created equal. In the video below, you’ll learn how Prosthetic Dentistry of Washington D.C. goes above […]

Our patient from Bethesda, MD was referred by her Periodontist for us to reconstruct her jaw with crowns to create a smile makeover. Previously placed implants in her upper left jaw had failed, and with little available bone in that part of her upper jaw, she was not a candidate to receive other ones. She wanted […]

A recent graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD sought us out to fix his smile. While he was at the Naval Academy, he had a traumatic injury to his four front teeth and was presently wearing an unsightly temporary crown. Two of his other front teeth had fractures and previous root canal […]

There are three primary methods to fabricate a dental crown. One of the most common methods uses advanced technology, where a computerized milling machine carves the crown from a solid block of material. This process produces what’s called a milled crown, known for its speed and efficiency in same-day crown services. At Elite Prosthetic Dentistry, […]

A cosmetic smile makeover is a customized combination of procedures designed to improve the appearance of your smile. If you have multiple aesthetic and functional concerns to address, this personalized plan may be right for you. At Prosthetic Dentistry of Washington D.C., Dr. Gerald Marlin has the specialty training required to provide results that look great and […]

Like conventional dental implants,mini implants are inserted in the jawbone to create a permanent base for replacement of lost teeth. However, mini dental implants have a smaller diameter than traditional implants, a different design, and a totally different function. They are never to be restored with a crown or fixed hybrid prosthesis. A traditional implant […]

We have seen thousands of patients over the years who suffer from pain from the TMJ and TMD (temporomandibular joint disorder/dysfunction) syndrome. This localized or referred pain to the head and neck can be intractable and ongoing for many years with the individual being very frustrated. On our TMJ Dentistry page we discuss this problem, in […]